My 993 vs mint 993 - would you swap?
Discussion
I bought my current 993 a year ago (prior to that I had a 997 C2S and prior to that various other 911s!)
It is mechanically sound but not in perfect condition with stone-chipping, some slight dents and small scratches. It has done 130'000 km. Colour is grey/green with grey leather seats.
I bought it from a main dealer for a reasonable price (I think market value here in Switzerland).
I've thought about replacing it with something else (various Ferraris) but at this point in time I think a 993 actually suits me well as I need 4 seats, don't want something that loses value as it is only a weekend toy and I don't want something too fast. Also, every time I drive it I really enjoy myself.
So now thinking of keeping it long-term. But now wondering whether I should swap it for a better condition 993 (in a better colour - black/black my favourite).
Do you think it is worth upgrading...or should I stick with the car I know (where at least I can be confident that I know its faults)?
It is mechanically sound but not in perfect condition with stone-chipping, some slight dents and small scratches. It has done 130'000 km. Colour is grey/green with grey leather seats.
I bought it from a main dealer for a reasonable price (I think market value here in Switzerland).
I've thought about replacing it with something else (various Ferraris) but at this point in time I think a 993 actually suits me well as I need 4 seats, don't want something that loses value as it is only a weekend toy and I don't want something too fast. Also, every time I drive it I really enjoy myself.
So now thinking of keeping it long-term. But now wondering whether I should swap it for a better condition 993 (in a better colour - black/black my favourite).
Do you think it is worth upgrading...or should I stick with the car I know (where at least I can be confident that I know its faults)?
I would be tempted to keep yours. If the car was bought from a main dealer, is mechanically sound and you also know it well then that's a good position to be in. Could you not fix the little scratches / dings if they bother you? Many cars of this age may have a few marks here or there or at least some hidden mechanical issues so may be difficult to ensure you are actually getting a better one? 130,000km is not that much for a 993 either. Colour is obviously a personal choice so will depend how much that actually bothers you (from your description sounds like you may have the aventura green which I actually really like).
Personally I think its always best to stick to a car that you know, or at least have known for quite some time, at least there shouldn't be any bad surprises in store.
Of course, if you find your dream spec car then go for it, although wouldn't it likely cost more than sorting your older 993? Thats the thing with weekend toys, they need to be special enough and it sounds like you feel your current 993 is a bit 'normal'?
Of course, if you find your dream spec car then go for it, although wouldn't it likely cost more than sorting your older 993? Thats the thing with weekend toys, they need to be special enough and it sounds like you feel your current 993 is a bit 'normal'?
I swapped a 993 C2 for a 993 C4S. The C4S had a higher spec and as my car is a daily driver I wanted the security of the 4wd. My C2 was the lower mileage of the 2 but for me I did the right thing.
So it's up to you, but as you will be swapping for another 993 it's a thumbs up from me.
So it's up to you, but as you will be swapping for another 993 it's a thumbs up from me.
mollytherocker said:
I would keep yours and spend some money on it making it perfect! 130km (80m) is nothing.
But hey, if you really want black, there is no reason why not.
MTR
The black/black I am looking at next week only has 50'000 km!But hey, if you really want black, there is no reason why not.
MTR
Not sure if spending money on mine is worthwhile. Would make it nicer but I wouldn't recover the investment on selling it.
Schnellmann said:
mollytherocker said:
I would keep yours and spend some money on it making it perfect! 130km (80m) is nothing.
But hey, if you really want black, there is no reason why not.
MTR
The black/black I am looking at next week only has 50'000 km!But hey, if you really want black, there is no reason why not.
MTR
Not sure if spending money on mine is worthwhile. Would make it nicer but I wouldn't recover the investment on selling it.
Good luck.
MTR
The car you have most knowledge of is the one you own. Obviously swapping for another that appears in better condition may bring some hidden costs anyway. In a 993 (on average before 60K miles for example), you maybe be looking at plastic cam cover gaskets that need replacing, maybe a new clutch soon, suspension bits such as wishbones (they're not cheap) and other bits and pieces. So I'm not sure if the one your swapping to has lower mileage or not, but beware that in some instances a 75K/80K 993 is better than a 40K one that has all the imminent bills. Sometimes I think a well used 993 that has a wedge of bills with it showing money spent in the appropriate areas is the better car than the lower mileage car with not much money spent. Also with low mileage cars (I'm not saying your intended car is low mileage of course), quite often owners skip the servicing and you end up with big gaps in the service history, because they say that haven't used the car etc., but I believe that these are potentially the worst investment. I looked at a Carrera 3.2 a few years back with 50K on the clock, but it hadn't been serviced in over 12 years.....because it has done 3 K in 12 years.....but I think that's too long to have not even changed the oil.
To cut to the chase, I'd keep the car I have. I think people get the itch to change cars whatever, but quite often the best option is to sort what you have. Maybe it's like having an extension to your house rather than moving
To cut to the chase, I'd keep the car I have. I think people get the itch to change cars whatever, but quite often the best option is to sort what you have. Maybe it's like having an extension to your house rather than moving
Thanks for the thoughts. Seems most posters advise to keep my car. I think that is probably the sensible option. Partly because finding something better is difficult. Went to see a black/black 993 with 51'000 km described as "perfect" to find it had a dent in one door and a number of small scratches and marks on the paint work. Not bad but no better than my car and certainly not worth the 50% premium of normal market price the dealer was asking.
Sounds like you just have ants in your pants .... why don't you just spend the money on a few good driving holidays and enjoy your car rather than make a sideways "upgrade".
If you are determined to change your car, why not try something different like an early 911?
Just a thought - Perhaps take a few test drives and see if anything takes your fancy.
If you are determined to change your car, why not try something different like an early 911?
Just a thought - Perhaps take a few test drives and see if anything takes your fancy.
graemel said:
I think if you are prepared to wait and find the right car in the colour combination that you like then do it. Get it throughly inspected of course and in the mean time you still have your 993 to enjoy. Best of both worlds I say.
+1The main reason for agreeing with the above is that you are'nt happy with the colour scheme of your existing 993; to do a colour change properly on your existing 993 will be a big & expensive job.
As above, I'd take my time & wait for your ideal 993 to come up & then go for it, I'm sure you would'nt regret it.
Good Luck.
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